proximity
/pɹɒkˈsɪm.ɪ.ti/
PɹⱰKSꞮM · ɪ · ti (3 syllables)
English
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Definition
Closeness; the state of being near as in space, time, or relationship.
Etymology
From proxim(ate) + -ity, from Middle French proximité, from Latin proximitās, proximitāt-, from proximus.
Example Sentences
- "The proximity of the heat source allowed it to be detected by the sensor."
- "You and I live in close proximity."
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